CAIR-NJ: Muslims urge Ramadan boycott of Murphy, NJ public officials over Gaza war
“Muslims in New Jersey are harnessing their collective power this Ramadan,” CAIR-NJ Executive Director Selaedin Maksut said. “They are making their position and demands clear. Our houses of worship and dinner tables are sacred spaces. We will continuously elevate who gets to enjoy these spaces with us and our community.
CAIR-WA: Group says UW student group targeted by anti-Islam letter during Ramadan – KIRO 7
CAIR-Sacramento: What a dispute over keffiyehs at a Sacramento museum says about politics in the office – CapRadio
A few things have emerged from this incident. The Sacramento chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations, or CAIR, said they’ve received a civil rights complaint from one of the affected employees.
CAIR-Houston: ‘I cannot give more than a prayer’: Helpless Houston Muslims observe a somber Ramadan – Houston Landing
“People want to be nearer to God and talk to him more,” said William White, director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations Houston Chapter, a nonprofit that aims to enhance the understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
CAIR-CA: Gov. Newsom Calls for Gaza Cease-Fire in letter to California’s Palestinian, Arab, Muslim Community – California Globe
“CAIR-CA has advocated with state and federal elected officials to call for a cease-fire since the beginning of Israel’s violent military offense five months ago, including with Governor Newsom’s office. We are invigorated to see the Governor ultimately decide to take action and commend him for his commitment to peace and justice amid the heartbreaking violence that has tragically resulted in the death of over 30,000 Palestinians.”
CAIR-CA: Governor Newsom calls for cease-fire in Gaza in open letter to CA Muslims and Arabs – ABC7 News
Basim Elkarra is the Executive Director of the Sacramento branch of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, or CAIR. He was part of the community meetings with the governor that lead up to the letter being published.
He says Newsom’s letter isn’t just words, but that the governor is following up with action.
“He has been sending medical supplies, humanitarian aid, a field hospital to Gaza. He has been trying to help in whatever way he can,” explains Elkarra.